Project Manager I

YOUR LIFE'S MISSION: POSSIBLE You have goals, dreams, hobbies and things you’re passionate about.What’s Important to You Is Important to UsWe’re looking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, keep their skills sharp and move ahead, but who also take time for the things that matter to them—friends, family and passions. And we're looking for team members who are passionate about our mission—making a difference in military members' and their families' lives. Together, we can make it happen.Don’t take our word for it. Military Times 2022 Best for Vets Employers Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs Forbes® 2022 The Best Employers for New Grads Fortune Best Workplaces for Women Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Fortune Best Place to Work for Financial and Insurance Services Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT Ripplematch Campus Forward Award – Excellence in Early Career HiringBasic Purpose To plan, manage, and execute all aspects of life-cycle projects from inception through implementation. And develop project plans and deliver solutions on schedule and within budget in support of service innovations and organizational and process changes/enhancements. In addition, serve as a point of contact for the Senior Leadership team for actions and/or projects that cross department and division lines, to include providing high level administrative support. Responsibilities Oversee timely and comprehensive control over all administrative requirements and duties Prepare and/or transcribe department communication, meeting agendas, minutes and various ad hoc communication/reports using a variety of PC applications and establish and effective and efficient filing system Serves as a primary point of contact, including helping coordinate the work of the various business units and providing administrative support Ensures effective management of projects from inception through implementation Defines, develops and executes project plans, including scope definition, expectations, activities, cost estimates, and schedules Works with the business group to determine and understand business requirements Manages projects from concept through the planning, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and transition phases Develops clear and concise “big picture” of projects within Navy Federal organizational goals Directs and leads Project Teams by developing and coordinating work plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and training Manages project budgets including risk and impact of changes to project plans Identifies and minimizes project risks or constraints that would impact project deliverables Identifies, communicates, and resolves branch/division/department areas of concern, or cross-organizational that may impede or impact other projects/initiatives Maintains/archives project documentation Ensures project deliverables are met in accordance with customers’ expectations Sets, manages, and communicates client expectations for the project Oversees project progress to ensure project documentation and schedules follow previously agreed requirements and standards Identifies, escalates and/or resolves issues associated with project(s) ensuring deliverables conform to established quality and schedules Monitors and controls risks ensuring timelines are met and project goals are attained Facilitates project team and client meetings for the resolution of project issues Provides project status reports to management Ensures success of projects by working closely with Procurement regarding vendor contracts Works closely with Procurement to clearly define and understand contracts, including language, scope, pre- and post-award, contract closure, basic legal aspects, and risk management Manages contracts’ quality assurance, including contract administration and execution Manages contract budget, cost control mechanisms and Change control Serves as primary point of contact for project management and related issues Secures resources and ensures optimum utilization of those resources, meeting budgetary requirements Allocates team assignments to ensure accountability, establishes a team environment, manages personnel changes, and executes the training plan Manages, executes, and communicates plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, current information and/or budget considerations to stakeholders Establishes team objectives and assignments, reviews work products, and provides timely feedback to staff regarding performance; may provide input to team members’ performance appraisals Promotes team building and skills development of project team members Manages small, multiple projects, or portions of a larger project Identifies, communicates, escalates, and resolves project issues and risks to branch/division management Provides guidance to help team members and stakeholders Fosters relationships with staff, peers, and business unit Participates in contract management efforts, including contract development, monitoring and issue resolution Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Experience in progressively responsible administrative positions that demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively Effective planning, organizational, and critical thinking skills Experience working with all levels of employees, management, stakeholders, and vendors Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Demonstrated skill in exercising initiative, good judgment, and making sound and timely decisions Demonstrated skill achieving goals and objectives Proficiency with PCs and related software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications) Experience managing multi-disciplinary project lifecycles for financial institutions Identifies, communicates, and resolves branch/division/department areas of concern, or cross-organizational that may impede or impact other projects/initiatives Facilitates project team and business partners meetings for the resolution of project issues Serves as primary point of contact for project management and related issues Secures resources and ensures optimum utilization of those resources, meeting budgetary requirements Plans, manages, and executes all aspects of life-cycle projects from inception through implementation Develops project plans and delivers solutions on schedule and within budget in support of service innovations and organizational and process changes/enhancements. Serves as a primary point of contact for the Senior Leadership team for actions and/or projects that cross department and division lines, to include high level administrative support. Performs other related duties as assigned Desired Qualifications Advanced Degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, or related field Knowledge of Navy Federal’s, or other financial institutions, operations Working knowledge of Navy Federal’s Project Portfolio Management (PPM) standardsHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PMLocation: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180Navy Federal is now hybrid! Our standard enterprise requirement for a hybrid schedule is to report on-site 4-16 days each month. The number of days reporting on-site will ultimately be determined by the employee's leadership and business unit needs. You will learn more throughout the hiring and on boarding process.Salary Range: $38.00 - $48.50 hourlyNavy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position.Posting End Date: 05/15/2023Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume.#LI-Hybrid Equal Employment Opportunity Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace. Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/DisabilityDisclaimerNavy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position.Bank Secrecy ActRemains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.Employee ReferralsThis position is eligible for the TalentQuest employee referral program. If an employee referred you for this job, please apply using the system-generated link that was sent to you.REQNUMBER: 55894-1A